Introduction

This portfolio is a compilation of all maps produced in the course VIS 2128: Spatial Analysis. These maps cover major metropolitan regions like New York City, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, and Chicago. There were a total of 6 assignments, and there are maps tied to every assignment from the course.

My portfolio demonstrates an understanding of the following skills taught during the course:

  • Displaying multiple vector layers on the same map
  • Calculating and displaying relationships among point and polygon layers based on distance
  • Aggregating point data to a layer of polygons
  • Calculating and displaying accessibility, based on travel time
  • Converting between raster layers and vector layers
  • Displaying raster data on a map
  • Georeferencing a raster image
  • Displaying data on an interactive map

Map of Chicago (Assignment 1)

This map shows the relationship between Enterprise Zones and transit stops in Chicago. This map demonstrates the following skiil:

  • Displaying multiple point and polygon layers on the same map

ArcGIS Map (Assignment 2)

The assignment to create a georeferenced map with a layer of points was undertaken with New York City. This map demonstrates the following skill:

  • Georeferencing a raster image

Map of Massachusetts (Assignment 3)

This assignment shows the point and polygon relationships of marine beaches, boat docking sites, shellfish growing regions, and counties in Massachusetts. These maps demonstrate the following skills:

  • Calculating and displaying relationships among point and polygon layers based on distance
  • Aggregating point data to a layer of polygons

Maps of Philadelphia (Assignment 4/5)

This assignment displays data for transit and library accessibility in Philly. These maps demonstrate the following skills:

  • Aggregating point data to a layer of polygons
  • Calculating and displaying accessibility, based on travel time
  • Converting between raster layers and vector layers
  • Displaying raster data on a map
  • Displaying multiple vector layers on the same map

Interactive Map (Assignment 6)

This assignment displays an interactive map of Black people living in Los Angeles. This map demonstrates the following skill:

  • Displaying data on an interactive map